QtrendsThe US and Iran exchanged strikes for a second consecutive day, with Iran retaliating against Gulf states and Jordan, driving oil prices higher. In the NBA Finals, the New York Knicks staged the greatest comeback in league history and now stand one win away from their first championship in 53 years. Anti-immigrant protests escalated in Northern Ireland as police deployed water cannons in Belfast for a second night. Ukraine intensified its drone campaign against Russian logistics routes, striking far-flung targets with new Flamingo missiles.
The New York Knicks pulled off the largest comeback in NBA Finals history to move within one win of their first championship in 53 years. A dramatic last-second shot sealed the victory, sending fans into a frenzy. The team now holds a commanding series lead and could clinch the title in the next game.
The United States launched a second wave of strikes on Iran, prompting retaliatory fire from Iran targeting Gulf states and Jordan. The escalation marks a significant broadening of the conflict across the Middle East. The US military declared its operations 'completed' after the second day of strikes.
Oil prices rose sharply as the US launched new military attacks on Iran, raising fears of supply disruptions in the Middle East. The market reaction reflects growing concerns over regional instability. The House also passed funding measures for ICE and Border Patrol amid the heightened geopolitical tensions.
Police fired water cannons for a second consecutive night in Belfast as anti-immigrant protests escalated. Twelve officers were injured during the unrest, which erupted following a stabbing incident. Authorities are struggling to contain the growing tensions in Northern Ireland.
Ukraine has intensified its drone campaign targeting Russian logistics routes, creating what one report calls a 'highway of death' for Russian supply convoys. New Flamingo missiles have enabled strikes on more distant Russian targets. Meanwhile, Canada came under Russian criticism for a drone production deal with Ukraine.